Welcome to the Confucius Institute

The Confucius Institute at the University of Adelaide promotes the learning of Chinese language and culture, a broader and more informed understanding of China, both across South Australia and beyond.

We seek to build understanding of Chinese culture among any interested groups, increase China-knowledge generally, strengthen language teaching and help Australians to build or strengthen their economic and business links with China.

Officially launched in March 2007 by the then Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs the Hon. Alexander Downer, the establishment of the Confucius Institute with Shandong University consolidates longstanding ties with the University of Adelaide and coincides with the twentieth anniversary of the Sister State relationship between South Australia and Shandong Province.

The Confucius Institute provides events and services for all those with an interest in Chinese language and culture.

For teachers, the Confucius Institute provides professional development and training opportunities and access to the Confucius Institute resource library.

For students, the Confucius Institute provides many opportunities to explore and engage with China - for more details see the student section of this web site.

For the business community, the Confucius Institute organises the China Briefing series, as well as working closely with the Australia China Business Council SA Branch to support South Australian businesses' engagement with China.

For the broader South Australian community, the Confucius Institute organises events such as public lectures, exhibitions, and other cultural events.

To keep up with all the news and events from the Confucius Institute join the Friends of the Confucius Institute Mailing List.

The Confucius Institute is located in Kenneth Wills building, overlooking tranquil Wills Court and the statue of Confucius in the heart of the University of Adelaide's North Terrace Campus (map reference L8).

Contact the Institute
By Post:
Confucius Institute
Level 4 Wills Building
The University of Adelaide
SA 5005 AUSTRALIA

Email Contact
Telephone +618 8303 5819
Facsimile: +618 8313 0005